Wild populations of the three orangutan species are only found on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. All are critically endangered due to rainforest habitat loss, being killed as agricultural pests, and as a consequence of the illegal pet trade. The Orang Utan Republik Foundation has a mission to save orangutans through conservation education, outreach initiatives, and innovative collaborative programs that inspire and call people to action. We partner with local NGOs on Borneo and Sumatra to provide multi-year scholarships to university students seeking to become future conservationists. We also work with local people in North Sumatra to reduce their conflict with neighboring wildlife as well as improve their livelihood with sustainable activities including tree planting. Help support our efforts to address the underlying causes of threats to orangutans.
